Public Information Library

The Public Information Library spans four floors within the Centre Georges Pompidou, offering access to millions of documents including books, journals, and digital resources. The space features hundreds of computer terminals where users can work, research, and learn.

The library was founded in 1977 as an integral part of the Centre Georges Pompidou project, embodying a new concept of opening information access to the public. This commitment to free information and knowledge sharing has remained its core mission.

The library houses specialized language centers where visitors can practice various foreign languages through extensive materials and conversation groups. Language learning is deeply woven into its daily activities.

Visitors can work on-site and access hundreds of computers, with casual users receiving limited session times while registered members enjoy extended access. Signing up for a free membership makes sense if you plan to use the facilities regularly.

The facility welcomes over a million visitors each year who can freely browse the collections without needing a membership card. This openness to casual visitors sets it apart from traditional lending libraries where registration is typically required upfront.

Location: Paris

Inception: January 31, 1977

Phone: +33144781275

Website: https://bpi.fr/en/home

GPS coordinates: 48.86070,2.35241

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:56